Null BØRGE MOGENSEN. Six "Asserbo" chairs. Pine wood and bulrush seats
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BØRGE MOGENSEN. Six "Asserbo" chairs. Pine wood and bulrush seats AB Karl Andersson & Söner Edition 74x51x44 cm With label. In good condition.

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BØRGE MOGENSEN. Six "Asserbo" chairs. Pine wood and bulrush seats AB Karl Andersson & Söner Edition 74x51x44 cm With label. In good condition.

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